Health Department issues advisory in view of heat wave conditions

BENGALURU: The Health Department has issued a public advisory in view of the heat wave as the temperatures have increased in many parts of the state.

Due to the rise in temperature, Health Minister Dr K Sudhakar has suggested some precautionary measures to prevent health problems during the summer season.

Health Minister K Sudhakar has suggested some precautionary measures during heat wave.

Health issues that may occur due to rise in temperature

Hyperthermia

Heat stroke

Severe dehydration

Fever

If untreated, heatstroke can lead to organ failure, coma or death

Heat waves have also resulted in epidemics of chronic kidney disease (CKD)

Precautions suggested by Health department in view of heat wave

Do not step out between 12 pm to 3 pm unless necessary. Take precautions like wearing a cap, carrying an umbrella.

Consume fruits and vegetables.

Drink water frequently, even if you are not thirsty, and while travelling.

Wear cotton clothes.

Keep windows of houses open as much as possible.

Ensure ventilation in the kitchen.

People working outside should drink water every 20 minutes even if they are not thirsty.

Do not keep children, elderly people or pets inside the car and lock it from outside.

Avoid consumption of  tea, coffee and alcohol during summer season.

Pregnant women, children, workers working in the sun, and car drivers should be careful.